- MAc Program Costs
- DAc Program Costs
- DAOM Program Costs
- Herbal Certificate Program Costs
- Intro to TCM Program Costs
In addition to our stewardship of AOMA as one of the leading schools of Chinese medicine, we are committed to providing the best possible educational experience at the most reasonable cost. Note: AOMA reserves the right to make tuition adjustments of 4 - 8% per year that reflect changes in the cost of living and cost of education, subject to governing board approval.
MAc
Program Costs
Tuition for the MAc 2020-21 entire 4-year program is $69,178.
The total cost of tuition + fees for the entire program is $72,443.
(Based on full-time pace of study.)
- $335 per credit for master’s coursework
Program Related Fees
Application Fee, nonrefundable | $75 |
MAc Enrollment Deposit | $250 |
International Student Deposit | $500 |
Facility Fee (per term) | $85 |
Part-Time Surcharge (less than 12 credits, per term, excluding summer | $20 |
Practicum Insurance (per term)* | $95 |
Clinic Practical Examination Fee (x2) | $40 |
Graduation Fee | $125 |
Other Fees
Add/Drop Fee for courses (after no-fee deadline) | $30 |
Add/Drop Fee for clinics (after no-fee deadline) | $60 |
Make-up Fee (for any course exam) | $40 |
Audit Fee (per credit) | $25 |
Returned Check Fee | $25 |
Additional Diploma Fee | $40 |
Transcript Fee | $15 |
Tuition payment plan fee per term** | $50 |
Late monthly payment fee** | $25 |
Late tuition payment fee: 1% of unpaid balance, added monthly | |
Student ID and badge replacement | $5 |
Student ID and badge rush replacement | $10 |
Pending Grad Fee*** | $335 |
* Practicum insurance is liability coverage for the student throughout his/her clinical and techniques education at AOMA. This is an estimated cost and may vary from year to year.
**The tuition payment plan and late monthly payment fees are for those students paying tuition on a monthly payment plan only. The late monthly payment fee is assessed if monthly payments are more than five days late.
***This fee is for students who have completed course and internship work but still have outstanding graduation requirements, including but not limited to, portfolio, externship, honors concentration, competency exams, practical exams, case reports, DAc QIP, DAOM capstone, etc. Cost of one credit (based on program credit cost) per term until requirements are completed. Effective Jan. 1, 2020.
AOMA reserves the right to withhold the transcripts or diploma of any student or graduate with an outstanding balance or unreturned library books and/or other AOMA property.
Miscellaneous Costs
In addition to tuition, there are a number of other expenses that students should anticipate, including textbooks, an herbal sample kit, a lab jacket, and clinical tools such as stethoscopes and needles. The cost of books and clinical supplies averages about $150 per term, with book costs slightly higher the first term of any given year.
In addition to the costs associated with completion the academic program and living in Austin, students should also anticipate costs associated with licensure. These costs vary greatly by state and may include but are not limited to costs associated with the completion of NCCAOM board exams and state specific medical board fees and other requirements. Each year, students can expect to receive a general overview of the licensure process from the Registrar during Homeroom of the winter term, which occurs during week 3. Some students may also wish to utilize additional board exam preparation materials from external sources and should prepare accordingly.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for financial aid.
DAc Completion Track
Program Costs
Tuition for the 2020-21 entire DAc Completion Track program is $15,805.
The total cost of tuition + fees for the entire Bridge program is $17,395.
The total cost of tuition + fees + books + supplies for the entire Bridge program is approx. $18,424.
Costs for the DAc Bridge are in addition to the MAc cost for earning both MAc and DAc.
(Costs for books and supplies are estimated).
- $433 per credit for doctoral clinical and didactic coursework
Program Related Fees
Application Fee, nonrefundable | $75 |
Part-Time Surcharge (less than 7 credits, per term, excluding summer) |
$20 |
***Facility Fee (per term) | $85 |
Practicum Insurance (per term)* | $95 |
Graduation Fee | $175 |
Other Fees
Add/Drop Fee for courses (after no-fee deadline) | $30 |
Returned Check Fee | $25 |
Additional Diploma Fee | $40 |
Official Transcript | $15 |
Tuition Payment Plan Fee (per term)** | $50 |
Late Monthly Payment Fee** | $25 |
Late Tuition Payment Fee | 1% of unpaid balance, added monthly |
Student ID and badge replacement | $5 |
Student ID and badge rush replacement |
$10 |
Pending Grad Fee*** | $433 |
* Practicum insurance is liability coverage for the student throughout his/her clinical and techniques education at AOMA. This is an estimated cost and may vary from year to year.
**The tuition payment plan and late monthly payment fees are for those students paying tuition on a monthly payment plan only. The late monthly payment fee is assessed if monthly payments are more than five days late.
***This fee is for students who have completed course and internship work but still have outstanding graduation requirements, including but not limited to, portfolio, externship, honors concentration, competency exams, practical exams, case reports, DAc QIP, DAOM capstone, etc. Cost of one credit (based on program credit cost) per term until requirements are completed. Effective Jan. 1, 2020.
AOMA reserves the right to withhold the transcripts or diploma for any student or graduate with an outstanding balance or unreturned library books and/or other AOMA property.
All tuition is due by the end of the first week of the term unless arrangements for payment are made with the financial services administrator prior to the end of the first Friday of the term.
Miscellaneous Costs
In addition to tuition, there are a number of other expenses that students should anticipate, including textbooks and clinical tools such as stethoscopes and needles. The cost of books and clinical supplies varies per term. Program estimated costs for books and supplies are approximately $500 - $1,000.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for financial aid.
DAOM
Program Costs
Tuition for the entire 2020-21 DAOM program is $29,877.
The total cost of tuition + fees for the entire program is $31,925 (based on fast-track of two years).
The total cost of tuition + fees + books + supplies for the entire program is approx. $34,769 (based on fast-track of two years).
(Costs for books and supplies are estimated).
- $433 per credit for doctoral clinical and didactic coursework
Program Related Fees
Application Fee, nonrefundable | $75 |
DAOM Enrollment Deposit | $500 |
Facility Fee (per term) | $85 |
Practicum Insurance (per term)* | $95 |
Part-Time Surcharge (less than 6 credits, per term, excluding summer) | $20 |
Graduation Fee | $175 |
Other Fees
Add/Drop Fee for courses (after no-fee deadline) | $30 |
Returned Check Fee | $25 |
Additional Diploma Fee | $40 |
Official Transcript | $15 |
Tuition Payment Plan Fee (per term)** | $50 |
Late Monthly Payment Fee** | $25 |
Late Tuition Payment Fee 1% of unpaid balance, added monthly | |
Student ID and badge replacement | $5 |
Student ID and badge rush replacement | $10 |
Pending Grad Fee*** | $433 |
* Practicum insurance is liability coverage for the student throughout his/her clinical and techniques education at AOMA. This is an estimated cost and may vary from year to year.
**The tuition payment plan and late monthly payment fees are for those students paying tuition on a monthly payment plan only. The late monthly payment fee is assessed if monthly payments are more than five days late.
***This fee is for students who have completed course and internship work but still have outstanding graduation requirements, including but not limited to, portfolio, externship, honors concentration, competency exams, practical exams, case reports, DAc QIP, DAOM capstone, etc. Cost of one credit (based on program credit cost) per term until requirements are completed. Effective Jan. 1, 2020.
AOMA reserves the right to withhold the transcripts or diploma for any student or graduate with an outstanding balance or unreturned library books and/or other AOMA property.
All tuition is due by the end of the first week of the term unless arrangements for payment are made with the financial services administrator prior to the end of the first Friday of the term.
Miscellaneous Costs
In addition to tuition, there are a number of other expenses that students should anticipate, including textbooks and clinical tools such as stethoscopes and needles. The cost of books and clinical supplies varies per term. Program estimated costs for books and supplies are approximately $500 - $1,000.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for financial aid.
Chinese Herbal Medicine Certificate
Program Costs
Tuition for the entire 2020-21 Chinese Herbal Medicine Certification program is $16,080.
The total cost of tuition + fees for the entire program is $17,285.
The total cost of tuition + fees + books + supplies for the entire program is approx. $18,030.
(Costs for books and supplies are estimated).
Tuition Only | Tuition + Fees | Books | |
Didactic Coursework | $11,193 | - | $745 |
Clinical Coursework | $5,346 | - | - |
Total Program | $16,080 | $17,285 | $18,030 |
- $335 per credit for master’s coursework
Program Related Fees
Application Fee, nonrefundable (US Students only) | $75 |
Facility Fee (per term) | $85 |
Practicum Insurance (per term) | $95 |
Graduation Fee |
$125 |
Student ID and badge replacement | $5 |
Student ID and badge rushreplacement | $10 |
Other Fees
Add/Drop Fee | $30 |
Returned Check Fee | $25 |
Additional Diploma | $40 |
Official Transcript | $15 |
Tuition Payment Plan Fee** | $50/term |
Late Monthly Payment Fee** | $25 |
Late Tuition Payment Fee 1% of unpaid balance, added monthly |
* Practicum insurance is liability coverage for the student throughout his/her clinical and techniques education at AOMA. This is an estimated cost and may vary from year to year.
**The tuition payment plan and late monthly payment fees are for those students paying tuition on a monthly payment plan only. The late monthly payment fee is assessed if monthly payments are more than five days late.
AOMA reserves the right to withhold the transcripts or diploma for any student or graduate with an outstanding balance or unreturned library books and/or other AOMA property.
All tuition is due by the end of the first week of the term unless arrangements for payment are made with the financial services administrator prior to the end of the first Friday of the term.
Miscellaneous Costs
In addition to tuition, there are a number of other expenses that students should anticipate, including textbooks and clinical tools such as stethoscopes and needles. The cost of books and clinical supplies varies per term. Program estimated costs for books and supplies are approximately $500 - $1,000.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for financial aid.
Intro to TCM (Non-Degree Seeking)
Program Cost
- Tuition for the 2020-21 non-degree seeking students is $335 per credit for master’s coursework
Program Related Fees
Application Fee, nonrefundable (US Students only) | $75 |
Facility Fee (per term) | $85 |
Practicum Insurance (per term) | $95 |
Other Fees
Add/Drop Fee | $30 |
Returned Check Fee | $25 |
Additional Diploma | $40 |
Official Transcript | $15 |
Tuition Payment Plan Fee** | $50/term |
Late Monthly Payment Fee** | $25 |
Late Tuition Payment Fee | 1% of unpaid balance, added monthly |
Student ID and badge replacement | $5 |
Student ID and badge rush replacement | $10 |
* Practicum insurance is liability coverage for the student throughout his/her clinical and techniques education at AOMA. This is an estimated cost and may vary from year to year.
**The tuition payment plan and late monthly payment fees are for those students paying tuition on a monthly payment plan only. The late monthly payment fee is assessed if monthly payments are more than five days late.
AOMA reserves the right to withhold the transcripts or diploma for any student or graduate with an outstanding balance or unreturned library books and/or other AOMA property.
All tuition is due by the end of the first week of the term unless arrangements for payment are made with the financial services administrator prior to the end of the first Friday of the term.
Miscellaneous Costs
In addition to tuition, there are a number of other expenses that students should anticipate, including textbooks and clinical tools such as stethoscopes and needles. The cost of books and clinical supplies varies per term. Program estimated costs for books and supplies are approximately $500 - $1,000.
This program is not eligible for financial aid.
- Tuition Payment Plan
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A per-term payment plan for tuition is available upon approval for a fee of $50 per term. The following lists the fees associated with paying tuition via a scheduled payment plan.
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Tuition Payment Plan Fee (per term arrangement): $50
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Grace Period Payments (made within 5 business days of due date): no fee
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Late Payments (made after 5 days past due date): $25
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- Financial Aid
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AOMA offers various forms of financial aid to new and current students including federal Direct Student Loans, Federal Work Study, veteran's/military tuition benefits, and scholarships. Interested students are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office by email or by phone (512) 492-3007.